My ThinkBook 16 has been the center of much consternation the latest few months. If the other problems weren’t enough, I have one more to add. This is when scrolling turns into zooming.
Ubuntu
Fedora 43 — When Bleeding Edge Might Be the Only Stable Option
After Ubuntu blinded me and Kubuntu froze on me, I found myself staring at the one trail I usually avoid: Fedora./
Kubuntu 25.10 — The False Hope
After Ubuntu 25.10 blinded me one too many times, I pivoted to the obvious next step: Kubuntu. Same Ubuntu base, same kernel, but with KDE Plasma — the desktop environment that gives you knobs, dials, sliders, toggles, and enough configuration options to make a mechanical keyboard enthusiast blush.
When “It Just Works” Didn’t
After meeting the two villains of this saga — the Flashbang Bug and the Big Freeze — I started my distro testing with the obvious choice: Ubuntu.
Linux vs My ThinkBook: A Survival Story
The promise of Linux on modern hardware is often painted as a revolutionary act of freedom. But as I found out with my Lenovo ThinkBook and a Ryzen 7530U processor, sometimes that revolution feels more like a war of attrition.
The Hiker’s OS Kit: My Personal Linux Distro Lineup
When people ask me what the “best” Linux distro is, I usually smile and shake my head. That question is a little like asking, “What’s the best trail?” The answer depends entirely on who’s hiking, what gear they’re carrying, and where they want to go. A steep mountain path might be perfect for one person and a nightmare for another. Linux is the same way: the distro that feels like home to me might feel like a maze to you.
Ubuntu 25.10 After Install Guide
This getting started guide will help quickly setup your system after installing the latest release of Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka.
Ubuntu 25.04 After Install Guide
This getting started guide will help quickly setup your system after installing the latest release of Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin.
Ubuntu 24.10 After Install Guide
This getting started guide will help quickly setup your system after installing the latest release of Ubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole.
How to Make Fedora Look Like Ubuntu
Ubuntu is known for its theming and Unity-esque appearance. To make Fedora look like Ubuntu, you can follow these steps: Open a terminal and run:sudo dnf install gnome-shell-yaru Enable the Yaru theme in GnomeTweaks. Install Tweaks first if needed.sudo dnf install gnome-tweaks Go to the “Appearance” tab and select the Yaru theme for the Shell, … Read more